Russia Ukraine Conflict

U.S. President Donald Trump highlighted Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan as a potential mediator in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, praising his influence with world leaders and personal rapport with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

OPINION | US security guarantees are bleeding credibility as Russia and Israel push boundaries

Beginning with the war on terror that US embarked on in 2001, the country has seen an erosion in its reputation as a reliable security partner. The recent incidents in Qatar and Poland have only added to the narrative that the security umbrella is full of holes

Trump, Zelenskyy discuss weapons, escalating Russian strikes

Zelenskyy added in his account on Telegram that he discussed joint defence production, as well as joint purchases and investments with the US leader

Who was Major General Mikhail Gudkov? Former commander of Russia's infamous 155th Brigade killed in Kursk

Gudkov was appointed as the deputy head of the Russian Navy in March 2025, a significant promotion despite the blemishes on his battlefield reputation.

At least 700,000 people in Russian-held Ukraine without power after Ukrainian strikes: Officials

Russian-backed officials said the situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power station – Europe’s largest nuclear facility which was seized by Russia in 2022 – was under control but difficult.

'Ukraine truce talks to start immediately': Trump | Highlights of his phone calls with Putin, Zelensky

Putin said he had agreed with Trump that Moscow will propose a "memorandum" worked on with Ukraine outlining positions for a "possible" future peace deal.

China’s façade of neutrality in Russia-Ukraine conflict

There may not be a cogent justification for Chinese soldier-volunteers to fight against Ukraine, but China would not send them without a long-term strategy. It must be part of a calibrated strategy that is yet to emerge in public domain

Donetsk Shelling Injures 3 | Locals Doubt Ceasefire Hopes | N18G

Overnight shelling in Donetsk wounded three people, with the city's Russian-installed mayor blaming Ukraine. As tensions persist, locals express skepticism about a ceasefire. Donetsk, under Russian control since 2014, remains a conflict zone with ongoing artillery fire. Watch for the latest updates on the war in Ukraine.

Trump, Starmer discuss 'tough and fair' Ukraine peace deal during meeting at White House | N18G

President Donald Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House, where Trump emphasized that a minerals deal with Ukraine would serve as the security guarantee Kyiv needs against Russia, downplaying Starmer's plea for increased U.S. military support. Starmer praised Trump's role in making peace in Ukraine possible, while Trump expressed optimism about the progress of his efforts to broker a cessation of violence between Russia and Ukraine. Starmer described the proposed peace deal as “tough and fair” and committed to sending British military forces to support it, including ground troops and aircraft. This meeting came after French President Emmanuel Macron's visit earlier in the week, which showcased contrasting views on the Ukraine conflict, particularly regarding the U.S. push for a quick ceasefire. Starmer is the latest European leader to engage with Trump on the matter of Ukraine's security and peace negotiations.

Ukraine is just a pawn in a Russian reset

The president’s approach makes US actions more logical, but no less shameful

Europe wakes up to a tectonic shift in the continent’s geopolitics

US-EU-NATO amity nurtured during the Cold War is being buried by the Trump administration. Europe is out in the cold. This message was hammered home on February 18 when the US and Russia agreed to work together to end the conflict in Ukraine, relegating other stakeholders to the periphery.

Russia accuses Ukraine of striking supermarket in Donetsk, killing two

Russia accused Ukraine on Friday (January 10) of carrying out a missile strike on a supermarket in the Russian-controlled city of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, saying the attack killed two civilians and wounded two others. State news agency RIA quoted Russian investigators as saying that a U.S.-supplied HIMARS missile appeared to have been used.

Zelenskiy Calls for Trump's Support to End War and Stop Putin | N18G

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy, in an interview with Olena Zelenska, highlighted the pivotal role Trump could play in ending the 34-month war with Russia. He stressed the need for strong security guarantees, EU membership, and NATO invitations, while hoping Trump’s administration can swiftly engage with Russia amidst Putin's territorial gains.

Footage shows 9/11-like attack by Ukrainian drones in Russia’s Kazan | Watch

Local authorities confirmed that there were no casualties resulting from the incident

Russia strikes cities across Ukraine, targeting the country's energy infrastructure

“Attacks on energy facilities are happening all over Ukraine,” Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko posted on Facebook. He added that emergency power outages are being implemented nationwide.

Trump considers ex-intelligence chief Richard Grenell for Ukraine post, sources say

Grenell, who served as Trump’s ambassador to Germany and was acting director of national intelligence during Trump’s 2017-2021 term, would play a key role in Trump’s efforts to halt the war if he is ultimately selected for the post.

Gold gains for fourth straight session amid geopolitical woes

Ukraine fired a series of British Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia on Wednesday, marking the latest use of Western weapons on Russian targets, just a day after firing U.S. missiles.

Ukrainian filmmaker Lesia Diak: ‘Dad’s Lullaby aims to capture the invisible damage of Russian war on Ukraine’

DIFF 2024: At the recently concluded 13th Dharamshala International Film Festival, Ukrainian filmmaker Lesia Diak's debut feature-length conversational personal documentary 'Dad's Lullaby' trained the lens on war veteran Serhiy to show the mental and emotional damage of wars on family life.

Four Indian companies in US sanctions list for helping in ‘Russia’s war effort’ in Ukraine

The US aims to punish “third party countries” accused of extending assistance to assist Russia in evading the thousands of sanctions that have been imposed on the country since its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022

Countdown in Ukraine has begun as Russia will win a battle of attrition

Ukraine is running out of men, materials and funds. Russia has come through severe Western sanctions without losing capacity to keep its economy ticking. The outcome of the US presidential elections will have no bearing on the likelihood that parts of eastern Ukraine will be absorbed by Russia. It’s now a question of time

Ukraine’s Victory Plan: Much ado about nothing

Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy recently detailed a victory plan which aims to secure US support. Given Ukraine's resource constraints, the victory plan is perhaps too ambitious and a poor reflection of overconfidence

Endured bombings, missiles, Russian soldiers’ friendly fire: Indian survivor of Ukrainian war front describes harrowing ordeal

Sufiyan described the relentless fear and struggle for survival. “Every day was a constant battle to stay alive,” he said. “We had to endure bombings, missile strikes, and even friendly fire from Russian soldiers trying to intimidate us.”

Ukraine War: Missile-use limits in Kyiv will mean more refugees in Germany

Germany and the US must allow Kyiv to use its most effective weapons against Russian long-range strikes

Russia, Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each

It is the first such exchange since Ukraine launched a surprise attack into Russia's Kursk region on Aug. 6, the biggest attack inside Russian territory by a foreign power since World War Two.